Synonyms for reprieve
rɪˈprivre·prieve

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1. reprievenoun

   Synonyms:
   respite, acquittal, suspension, delay, interval, pardon, amnesty, intermission

   Antonyms:
   condemnation, conviction, reprisal, retribution

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1. reprieve, respitenoun

   a (temporary) relief from harm or discomfort

   Synonyms:
   recess, abatement, rest period, respite, suspension, time out, relief, break, hiatus, rest

2. suspension, respite, reprieve, hiatus, abatementnoun

   an interruption in the intensity or amount of something

   Synonyms:
   dangling, foramen, relief, suspension, rest, suspension system, respite, recess, interruption, rest period, break, temporary removal, hiatus, pause, abatement, abeyance, time out, intermission, hanging

3. reprievenoun

   a warrant granting postponement (usually to postpone the execution of the death sentence)

   Synonyms:
   suspension, respite, hiatus, abatement

4. reprieve, respiteverb

   the act of reprieving; postponing or remitting punishment

   Synonyms:
   recess, abatement, rest period, respite, suspension, time out, relief, break, hiatus, rest

5. reprieve, respiteverb

   postpone the punishment of a convicted criminal, such as an execution

   Synonyms:
   respite

6. reprieveverb

   relieve temporarily

   Synonyms:
   respite

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1. • Deliver
   • Interruption
   • Law
   • Postpone
   • Warrant

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1. reprieveverb

   Synonyms:
   respite, delay the punishment of, give a respite to

2. reprievenoun

   Synonyms:
   respite, suspension of punishment

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1. List of paraphrases for "reprieve":

   postponement, respite, pardon, suspension

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How to use reprieve in a sentence?

1. William Nee:

   The reprieve for Li Yan could prove a landmark verdict for future cases where domestic violence is a mitigating factor, yet, the continued persecution of five young activists that campaign to prevent violence against women casts a dark shadow on this ruling.

2. Shani Tager:

   This decision has been described by some as a reprieve for the Reef. It is not a reprieve - it is a big, red flag from UNESCO, by insisting that the Australian government prepare a report within 18 months ... UNESCO has clearly shown that the Great Barrier Reef is not fine and is not safe in Tony Abbott’s hands.

3. Noelle Kei:

   Oliver would still have to wear his protective gear but a reprieve from the California sun might make things easier, unfortunately, this is not something we can consider as a family right now. But Oliver is such a happy go lucky kid and he inspires me. He doesn’t let XP rule his life in any way, and I’m so proud of how he handles it every day.

4. Hao Hong:

   But even if a technical reprieve could be in store, potential USD strength and mild market sentiment despite a significant plunge suggest any oversold relief will be transient, and fraught with bouts of volatility, hence, it will be very difficult to trade.

5. Ryszard Kapuściński:

   Do not be misled by the fact that you are at liberty and relatively free; that for the moment you are not under lock and key: you have simply been granted a reprieve.